Is Havant and Emsworth Safe?
Crime statistics for Havant and Emsworth. Based on official UK Police data, updated March 2026.
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Crime by Category
Last 12 months — 2,106 total crimes recorded in Havant and Emsworth
Monthly Crime Trend
Month-by-month crime totals for Havant and Emsworth — last 12 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Havant and Emsworth safe?
Havant and Emsworth has a CrimeRadar safety score of 9/100, rated High Crime. A total of 2,106 crimes were recorded in the last 12 months, a decrease of 7.5% year-on-year — a positive trend for the area. Crime levels in Havant and Emsworth are above the UK average. Check the crime category breakdown below for more detail.
How many crimes were recorded in Havant and Emsworth in the last 12 months?
2,106 crimes were recorded in Havant and Emsworth in the last 12 months, spanning all reported crime categories from violent crime to vehicle crime and anti-social behaviour. This represents a decrease of 7.5% compared to the previous 12-month period (2,276 crimes). The most common category was Violent Crime, with 884 incidents.
What is the most common crime in Havant and Emsworth?
The most common crime in Havant and Emsworth is Violent Crime, with 884 incidents recorded in the last 12 months — accounting for 42% of all reported crimes in the area. You can view a full breakdown of all crime categories, including anti-social behaviour, vehicle crime, and burglary, in the Crime by Category section on this page.
Is crime in Havant and Emsworth increasing or decreasing?
Crime in Havant and Emsworth is decreasing. The year-on-year trend shows a fall of 7.5% — from 2,276 crimes in the previous 12 months to 2,106 in the most recent period. This downward trend is a positive sign for residents and prospective homebuyers.
What is the safety score for Havant and Emsworth?
Havant and Emsworth has a safety score of 9 out of 100 (High Crime). CrimeRadar safety scores are calculated from crime volume, year-on-year trend, and crime resolution rate. A score of 85+ is Very Safe, 65–84 is Safe, 45–64 is Average, 25–44 is Below Average, and below 25 is High Crime.
How does Havant and Emsworth compare to the Hampshire Constabulary average?
Havant and Emsworth has a safety score of 9/100, while the Hampshire Constabulary force area average is 18/100. Havant and Emsworth is below the force average for safety. Use the Compare tool to see a detailed side-by-side breakdown.
What is the crime resolution rate in Havant and Emsworth?
25.9% of crimes recorded in Havant and Emsworth resulted in a formal outcome in the last 12 months. Formal outcomes include charges brought, cautions issued, fixed penalty notices, or other official resolutions recorded by Hampshire Constabulary. The national average outcome rate in England and Wales is typically 5–15% across most crime types. A higher rate suggests more effective local enforcement.
How much violent crime is there in Havant and Emsworth?
884 violent crimes were recorded in Havant and Emsworth in the last 12 months — representing 42% of all reported crimes. Anti-social behaviour accounted for a further 212 incidents. Violent crime encompasses assault, robbery, and related offences as classified by the UK Home Office. Data is sourced from official police reports submitted to data.police.uk.
When was the crime data for Havant and Emsworth last updated?
The crime data for Havant and Emsworth was last updated in March 2026. CrimeRadar sources all crime data directly from the official UK Police Data API, operated by the Home Office and published at data.police.uk under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Data is refreshed monthly and covers the most recent 36-month period. New monthly data is typically published with a 2-month lag.
How can I compare Havant and Emsworth with other areas?
You can compare Havant and Emsworth with any other UK neighbourhood or city using the CrimeRadar Compare tool. It shows side-by-side safety scores, crime volumes by category, year-on-year trends, and crime resolution rates. The Compare tool covers all 44 police force areas across England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with more than 4,000 built neighbourhoods available.